Paramedic - Pediatric Emergency Department - Rotating - PRN

Virginia Commonwealth University Health; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health is seeking an ED Technician II to support direct and indirect patient care under a physician medical director and unit manager. You will assist with activities of daily living, comfort and nutritional support, and selected diagnostic tasks as directed.

Required: EMT-P/Paramedic license in Virginia and AHA ACLS; PALS within 90 days. Preferred: NAEMT PHTLS/ATLS and prior pre-hospital experience.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an accredited EMT-P/Paramedic course.
• Certification/licensure must be current for hire in Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living, comfort care, and nutritional support.
• Perform selected diagnostic and therapeutic tasks under supervision.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment and ensure adequate inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Data collection related to the patient population under protocols.

Education

EMT-P/Paramedic certification

Tools

AHA ACLS Certification

AHA PALS Certification

Job description

Under the supervision of a licensed physician medical director and a manager, the ED Technician II performs and assists with a variety of direct and indirect patient care activities. These include assistance with activities of daily living, comfort care and nutritional support, and performance of selected diagnostic and therapeutic tasks and procedures as directed. Indirect patient care activities include maintaining a clean safe environment, ensuring adequate inventory of supplies and equipment, and data collection as pertinent to the patient population.Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Current EMT-P/Paramedic certification/licensure in Virginia AHA ACLS Certification Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Current EMT-P/Paramedic certification/licensure in Virginia AHA ACLS Certification AHA PALS Certification or equivalent within 90 days of hiring NAEMT PHTLS, ACS ATLS or equivalent preferred Experience REQUIRED: Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care within the scope of practice of an AEMT, EMT-Intermediate, Paramedic – or MMAC Qualified Combat Medic/68W, Corpsman or Medical Technician/4NOX. Experience PREFERRED 1 year of active pre-hospital service Previous hazardous materials experience Education/training REQUIRED: Successful completion of an accredited EMT-P/Paramedic course. Education/training PREFERRED: N/A Independent action(s) required: May function independently under protocols approved by VCUHS Medical Director and hospital and departmental policy/procedure. Functions under direction of a licensed independent practitioner in providing patient care, emotional support, and problem solving; all in accordance with hospital and unit policy/procedure. Functions under departmental Standards of Practice (SOP) in the communications room and in the role of patient transport in collaboration with RN and Physician colleagues. Job duties may include the handling, transportation, access to and/or contact with medications and related supplies. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A Additional position requirements: Works all three shifts, weekends and holidays. Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your manager. Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet unit requirements and/or as needed. Age Specific groups served: N/A Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting 50 100 lbs. Other: exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances Activities: Prolonged standing, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motion Mental/Sensory: Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent changeCompensation Range$21.46 - $33.26Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications. RotatingEEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran